MEX File Extension

What is MEX file?

Full format name of files that use MEX extension is Macro Express Format. Insight Software Solutions defined the Macro Express Format format standard. MEX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with MEX extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. Users are advised to use Macro Express software for managing MEX files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Insight Software Solutions, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theMacro Express software, but also about MEX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support MEX file extension

Programs that can handle MEX files are as follows. Files with MEX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with MEX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening MEX files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with MEX files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with MEX files.

Step 1. Install Macro Express software

Problems with opening and working with MEX files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with MEX files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Macro Express or different compatible program, such as WordPerfect Office. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Macro Express installed is by going to developer’s website (Insight Software Solutions, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Macro Express and update if needed

If the problems with opening MEX files still occur even after installing Macro Express, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Macro Express is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why MEX files are not compatible with Macro Express. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Macro Express.

Step 3. Set the default application to open MEX files to Macro Express

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate MEX files with latest version of Macro Express you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the MEX file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Macro Express is installed, check the Always use this app to open MEX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the MEX file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Macro Express and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MEX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the MEX is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the MEX file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The MEX may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the MEX file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. MEX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with MEX extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the MEX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the MEX file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Macro Express Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Macro Express

If the systems has insufficient resources to open MEX files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Macro Express Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MEX files affecting older versions of given software.

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